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How often should I syringe Pedialyte and water for my parvo puppy?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My 11 week old puppy has parvo the vet told me to give it Pedialyte how often do I give it pedialyte with the syringe I have a 20 ml syringe and should I be doing the water also

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Answered By Lauren Kennedy, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 22nd, 2018

You can offer the pedialyte in a bowl several times a day. If he is refusing to drink from the bowl then you can syringe 10-20mls every 2 hours or so into his mouth. Be sure to do it slowly so there is no risk of aspiration. You can offer him water at the same time as well. If he is significantly dehydrated however you will need to have fluids administered by your vet, either via IV or subcutaneously. I hope this helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Best of luck.

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    Answered By Ross Massimiano, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on November 18th, 2015

    Try to give as often as you can. Definitely every few hours if he is really dehydrated and not keeping anything down. It may require subcutaneous fluids under the skin to help hydrate. The vet would be able to help you with that if he saw fit. If you pull the skin up on the back of his neck and it doesn't return to normal that means he is dehydrated and will need more fluids.

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    Answered By Jenny, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on February 26th, 2018

    Hydration is the key to surviving parvo. It is best to try to keep small amounts in him as long as he is not vomiting it back up. You can also change to gatorade if needed and make ice out of these so he does not drink too much too fast as this can make him sick also. You should try for 15-30 ml every 2-3 hours as long as he tolerates it. If he does not, then I would give him less at each time but try more frequent offerings

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